Carol Woods
750 WEAVER DAIRY RD, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
4.4
(8 reviews)
"Refund Plan: Declining Refund at 2%/mo. for 50 mos. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on discounted Fee-For-Service basis."
READ MOREKnown as one of the most livable suburbs in North Carolina, Chapel Hill has a population of approximately 64,000, with 11% aged 65 and older. Seniors may be interested in the quality hospitals in the area, including the UNC Medical Center, which includes an award-winning geriatrics department that treats age-related issues like gait and walking issues, depression, osteoarthritis, memory issues and falls risks and falls prevention. Other hospitals in the area include Duke University Hospital and the North Carolina Specialty Hospital.
Nursing homes provide 24-hour skilled nursing with assistance with activities of daily living for seniors who can’t be cared for at home but don’t require hospital-level care. Typically, more expensive than other long-term care options, nursing homes in Chapel Hill have a median monthly cost of $7,270, which is less than both the state and national averages. More affordable options for seniors who don’t require such high levels of care include assisted living or home health care.
This guide covers the cost of a nursing home in cities throughout the state as well as a comparison between Chapel Hill and the state and national averages. It also includes the cost of other long-term care options and a list of free or low-cost resources for seniors.
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750 WEAVER DAIRY RD, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
4.4
(8 reviews)
"Refund Plan: Declining Refund at 2%/mo. for 50 mos. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on discounted Fee-For-Service basis."
READ MORE1602 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
4.4
(8 reviews)
" I fell out of my wheelchair in the courtyard this evening. First I want to that the resident’s that saw my fall and alerted the staff. The staff responded quickly and I was back in my chair in a few minutes. I was escorted to my room where I was ass..."
READ MORE1716 Legion Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My father has been in Parkview Health & Rehabilitation Center for a little over a month now. The best thing about them is the care that he has been getting. He's very happy there compared to where he was before. Everybody I came in contact with and d..."
READ MORE6000 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC, 27713
3.1
(22 reviews)
"I was a patient at Brian Center Southpoint for 6 1/2 weeks following jaw surgery. I would like to commend and thank the entire staff for taking such good care of me. They all made my rehab as pleasant as could be expected. Bravo !! Highly recommende..."
READ MORE5935 Mount Sinai Road, Durham, NC, 27705
2.5
(6 reviews)
"My family member is not the easiest person to deal with on a daily basis. All of the staff have been great - very understanding and helpful. They keep me informed...."
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Nursing home semiprivate rooms in Chapel Hill cost an average of $7,270 per month. For a private room seniors pay around $8,502.
According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors who live in nursing homes in Chapel Hill pay approximately $30 less than the state average and $486 less than the national average. In Asheville, the median monthly cost is $8,000 and near the South Carolina border in Charlotte, seniors can expect to pay approximately $7,817, which is $547 more than Chapel Hill. In the northeast in Greenville, the monthly cost is one of the most affordable in the state at $6,342.
Chapel Hill
$7,270
North Carolina
$7,300
The United States
$7,756
Asheville
$8,000
Charlotte
$7,817
Greenville
$6,342
Seniors considering long-term care have five main types to choose from. In Chapel Hill, those who prefer to remain in their homes can choose from homemaker services at $4,385 per month or a home health aide at $4,767. Adult day health is the least expensive at $1,333 and an assisted living community costs $4,050. A semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $7,270 and a private room is $8,502.
Home care
$4,385
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,333
Assisted living
$4,050
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,270
Nursing home (private room)
$8,502
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The following is a list of free or low-cost resources for seniors in Chapel Hill. These services may make it easier for the elderly to remain in their homes as long as possible or can make it easier to obtain long-term care in a nursing home.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Central Piedmont Community Action | (919) 742-2277 | Central Piedmont Community Action is a private nonprofit organization that provides services to low-income seniors and disadvantaged individuals in Orange and Chatham Counties. These services include the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), rapid rehousing and self-sufficiency. |
Orange Congregations in Mission (OCIM) | (919) 732-6194 | OCIM is a private nonprofit ministry committed to helping seniors in crisis situations. It operates a food pantry and provides Meals on Wheels and includes a thrift shop that includes low-cost clothes, furniture and other household items. The revenue from the thrift shop supports the ministry. |
Orange County Department on Aging (OCDOA) | (919) 732-8181 | The OCDOA meets the social, mental, physical, financial and day-to-day needs of older adults and their caregivers throughout Orange County. The department operates two senior centers that serve as the focal point for community and individual programs, including education classes, wellness, job search advice, workshops, lunches, volunteer opportunities and trips. |
Rebuilding Together of the Triangle | (919) 341-5980 | Rebuilding of the Triangle works to make homes safe for seniors and low-income families throughout Wake, Durham, Orange and Chatham counties. This nonprofit makes home electrical and flooring repairs through a team of volunteers. They also build ramps, widen doorways and modify bathrooms for accessibility. |
Orange County Veterans Services | (919) 245-2890 | The Orange County Veterans Service Office helps veterans and their families apply for and receive benefits and assistance offered by the federal, state and local governments. The Aid and Attendance Benefit helps pay for community-based services in long-term care. |
Nursing Homes
Chris
4
Review of Parkview Health & Rehabilitation Center
My father has been in Parkview Health & Rehabilitation Center for a little over a month now. The best thing about them is the care that he has been getting. He's very happy there compared to where...
Nursing Homes
Mary
4
Review of Signature HealthCARE of Chapel Hill
I visited a friend at Signature HealthCARE of Chapel Hill. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the place was alright, it was nice. They had places for them, like a room where you could go and...
Provider response
Hello Mary! We appreciate your feedback and kind words! Our residents and families mean the world to us, and we're honored to serve the Chapel Hill community! – Sincerely, Signature HealthCARE
Nursing Homes
Butterfly01
5
Review of Signature HealthCARE of Chapel Hill
I fell out of my wheelchair in the courtyard this evening. First I want to that the resident’s that saw my fall and alerted the staff. The staff responded quickly and I was back in my chair in a...
Provider response
Hello and thank you for your kind words! We are so glad to hear you are doing well! Our residents are like family and we take pride in our customer service and care! We're honored to serve you and...